Ballyhoo... your local calendar of events

Save the Date ...

Boca Grande Historical Society & History Center will be celebrating its reopening with a reception on Thursday, Nov. 6 from 5 to 7 p.m. in its new location, and will reopen to the public on Wednesday, Nov. 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Be on the lookout for mailed invitations.

 

Love Letters ...

Tickets are on sale for the Royal Palm Players rendition of “Love Letters” by A.R. Gurney - a tender and timeless story of childhood friends who exchange handwritten notes throughout their lifetime. Featuring two incredible casts, two nights each: Maggie Bush & Scott Wise on Nov. 13 and 14, and Ann Fletcher & Jim Cowperthwait on Nov. 15 and 16 at the Crowninshield Community House. RoyalPalmPlayers.com

 

Barbara Anne’s ...

Barbara Anne’s Jewelry and Boutique has resumed regular hours, Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. They look forward to seeing you. Come browse their new inventory or create your custom piece. 410 Park Ave. Suite 1, Boca Grande. (941) 964-1776.

 

Sunsets ...

New arrivals daily ... stop into Sunsets of Boca Grande for the latest fall fashions. This season they are welcoming in Joseph Ribkoff, Dupatta Designs and Oh My Mahjong. Check out their Mahjong sweaters and Christmas ornaments. Don’t forget they sell fabulous wine and champagne. Open daily, Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Located at 433 4th St. (941) 855-9834 or
SunsetsofBocaGrande.com

 

Smart Studio ...

Smart Studio is now open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

 

Banyan Tree ...

Classes at Banyan Tree Pilates & Yoga are back at full schedule. Call them at (941) 964-4404 or find classes at BanyanTreePilatesandYoga.com.

 

Annual Meeting ...

The Annual Meeting for Friends of Boca Grande will be held Tuesday, Nov. 18, at 10 a.m. in the Crowninshield Meeting Room.
Friendsofbocagrande.org

Venice Theatre ...

“The Sound of Music,” winner of five Tony Awards will be showing on Friday, Oct. 24 to Sunday, Nov. 23 at the Raymond Center, 140 Tampa Ave., W, Venice. VeniceTheatre.org

 

Comedy for a Cause ...

The Charlotte Players is holding an Improv Comedy for a Cause on Friday, Oct. 24 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the Twisted Fork, 2208 El Jobean Road, Port Charlotte. CharlottePlayers.org

 

Climb the Lighthouse ...

Join BIPS for a Haunted Climb at the Gasparilla Island Light, 220 Gulf Blvd., Boca Grande on Saturday, Oct. 25 and Sunday, Oct. 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Additional climb dates: Oct 31, Nov. 1. For more info, see bips.org.

 

Over the Bridge Bike Run ...

Bert’s Black Widow Harley-Davidson is holding the 3rd Annual Ride for Tunnel to Towers - Over the Bridge Bike Run on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. 2224 El Jobean Road, Port Charlotte. BertsBlackWidow.com

 

Antique Fair ...

Historic Downtown Arcadia, (West Oak Street) Saturday, Oct. 25 at 9 a.m. The market features antique and vintage vendors, antique stores, boutiques, specialty stores, restaurants and more! TreasureAlleyArcadia.com

 

Car Show ...

The 3rd Annual Car Show will be held at the Port Charlotte High School, Pirates Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. All proceeds benefit the Pirate Football program. Classic Cars, trucks, hot rods, DJ, raffle baskets and food trucks. $20 registration at the door. 18200 Cochran Blvd., Port Charlotte.

 

Med Take-Back Day ...

The North Port Police Department and HCA Florida have coordinated a Medication Take-Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at HCA Florida Wellen Park ER, 7070 S Tamiami Trail, Venice. Residents can anonymously drop off unwanted medications.

 

Pirate Day ...

Hoist the sails and set yer course fer the Port Boca Grande Lighthouse & Museum on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dress yerself like a pirate an’ ye’ll be rewarded with a treasure o’ yer own! So grab yer mates, don yer finest pirate garb, an’ join us fer a day o’ high seas fun by the shore. Fer more details, call (941) 964-0060 or chart yer course 880 Belcher Rd., Boca Grande, BIPS.org

 

International Culture Fest ...

A family fun journey of international cuisine, cultural crafts, live performances and educational activities on Saturday, Oct. 25 from noon to 6 p.m. Fishermen’s Village, 1200 W. Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda.
FishermensVillage.com

 

Trunk or Treat ...

Try out your Halloween costumes on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Gulf Cove United Methodist Church. Bounce house, food, candy, and fun - all free! 1100 S. McCall Road, Port Charlotte (941) 697‑1747.

 

Halloween Bash on the Gulf ...

On Saturday, Oct. 25 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Maxine Barritt Park, 1800 Harbor Drive S., Venice. Wear your Halloween costume to the Venice Night Market & Music! Come celebrate with good vibes and good people all night long! For more info., visit: veniceflnights.com/sunset-halloween-bash-at-venice-nights-market-music/

 

Halloween Haunted Trails ...

Cedar Point’s Halloween Haunted Trails event will be the second day of the two-day fundraiser occurring on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 6 to 9 p.m. Event will feature guided haunted trails, spooky hidden friends, food trucks, and more! The decorated haunted trails will be accessible to a younger crowd from 6 to 7 p.m. while there is still light outside. Later on, “scare-ers” will be hidden along the trail to make for a truly spooky event! 2300 Placida Road, Englewood. CHECFlorida.org. 

Nature Walk ...

A naturalist-guided hike at South Venice Lemon Bay Preserve on Tuesday, Oct. 28 at 9 a.m., 6125 Osprey Road., Venice.
BigWatersLandTrust.org

 

Guided Walk ...

Charlotte Harbor Environmental Center will hold a guided walk through the scrub and pine flat woods of 225-acre Amberjack Environmental Park, 6450 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Rotonda on Wednesday, Oct. 29 at 8 a.m. Meet at the end of Gasparilla Pines Blvd. in the parking lot.
CHECFlorida.org

 

A Brew with a View ...

Enjoy breathtaking views, local coffee and enriching conversation on Wednesday, Oct. 29, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Port Boca Grande Lighthouse & Museum, 880 Belcher Road, Boca Grande. Alicia Irvin with the Native Plant Society will be the guest speaker. BIPS.org

 

 

CPR Training ...

The Englewood Fire Department is holding a free course on hands-only CPR Training as well as first aid for choking on Wednesday, Oct. 29 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Englewood Chamber. RSVP to Kim.Parks@EnglewoodChamber.com

 

Chamber Mixer ...

The Boca Grande Chamber of Commerce is holding a joint mixer with Englewood Chamber on Thursday, Oct. 30 at the Crews Bank and Trust, 301 Park Ave., Boca Grande from 5 to 7 p.m.

 

Haunted House ...

The Lemon Bay High School will be having a Friendly Haunted House/Fall Festival on Thursday, Oct. 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. 2201 Placida Rd.,
Englewood.

 

Wildlife Federation ...

“Invasion of the Habitat Snatchers”, is a live stream conversation on Thursday, Oct. 30 from 6 to 7 p.m. Learn about Florida’s invasive wildlife and the challenges each species present, the latest science and how they are managed. RSVP at
FloridaWildlifeFederation.org

 

Guided Nature Walk ...

On Friday, Oct. 31 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. naturalist, Susy d’Hont, will lead a two-hour walk with frequent stops to enjoy the preserve’s ever changing natural sights and sounds. Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood. LemonBayConservancy.org

Pickleball Bash ...

Charlotte County is hosting a Monster Pickleball Bash on Friday, Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Tringali Park Recreation Center, 3460 N. Access Rd., Englewood. Walk-ins welcome. CharlotteCountyFL.gov

 

Halloween Walk ...

Boca Grande Chamber will be hosting a Halloween Walk on Friday, Oct. 31 from 4 to 5 p.m. Businesses will be passing out candy.

 

Halloween Safewalk ...

Halloween fun on W. Dearborn St., Englewood on Friday, Oct. 31. Families, friends and trick-or-treaters from all over the area come together to enjoy a spook-tacular night of fun, safety and community spirit. 

 

Downtown Halloween ...

Downtown Venice is holding trick-or-treating on Friday, Oct. 31 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

 

Magic Theatre ...

Magique in Paradise will be showing “Houdini: Beyond the Grave” on Friday, Oct. 31 7:30 p.m. 2411 S. McCall Road, Suite E, Englewood.
MagiqueInParadise.com

 

Poinsettia Sales ...

The Englewood Lions Club will be taking orders for holiday Poinsettias from now into December. Email
englewoodlionsclub34224@yahoo.com to place an order.

 

Air Show ...

The 2025 Florida International Air Show will be held on Saturday, Nov. 1 and Sunday, Nov. 2 at the Punta   Gorda Airport. FloridaAirShow.com

 

 

What’s Closed ...

 

Eagle Grille will reopen for the season on Thursday, Oct. 30 at 5:30 p.m. Call to book a private event. 220 Harbor Drive, (941) 964-8000.

 

 

Updated hours or other changes, call 941.964.2995 or email
info@bocabeacon.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lighthouse United Methodist Church - 300 Gilchrist Ave. Worship service at 10 a.m.
on Sundays. bglighthouseumc.com

First Baptist Church - Worship will be held in the Fellowship Hall at 10:30 a.m. on Sundays. 

Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church - 240 Park Ave. Mass is celebrated each Saturday at 5 p.m. and  Sunday at 9 and 10:30 a.m. Daily Mass is at 8 a.m. (941) 964-2254. 

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church - 390 Gilchrist Ave. Sunday worship will be in-person at 9:30 a.m. and live-streamed on YouTube. Pastoral care is always available by calling  (941) 964-2257, ext. 1. standrewsbocagrande.org